The bullet-riddled body of 30-year-old migrant labourer Ashok Chauhan from Bihar was found in a maize field in Kashmir’s Shopian district, marking the first targeted attack on migrant workers since CM Omar Abdullah’s coalition government assumed office. This is the fourth attack on non-natives in the region this year.
Read MoreVijaya Kishore Rahatkar is appointed as the new chairperson of the National Commission for Women, succeeding Rekha Sharma. Rahatkar, previously the Maharashtra Women’s Commission chief, will commence her tenure immediately. The Ministry of Women and Child Development also confirmed Archana Majumdar’s appointment as an NCW member for three years.
Read MoreThe Election Commission has ordered the immediate removal of Jharkhand DGP Anurag Gupta over past allegations of biased conduct and misuse of authority. The state government is directed to assign his duties to the most senior DGP-level officer and submit a list of senior IPS officers by Monday for the new appointment.
Read MoreFour men were jailed for a murder they did not commit after the supposed victim, Tejveer Singh, was found alive in a Pakistani jail. Critical investigation flaws, including reliance on clothing for identification and delayed DNA report, led to their wrongful imprisonment. One man remains in custody as others fight to clear their names.
Read MoreIndia aims to boost foodgrain production to 341 million tonnes in 2024-25, an increase of 9 million tonnes from the previous year, focusing on pulses and oilseeds to reduce import costs. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasizes crop diversification and inter-cropping. A committee will address the price gap between farmers and consumers for perishable...
Read MoreBJP has released its first list of candidates for 66 of the 68 constituencies they plan to contest in the Jharkhand polls, naming veteran leaders and former MPs. Major candidates include state president Babulal Marandi and former CM Champai Soren, reinforcing local strength and incumbent positions.
Read MoreAfter a virtual breakdown in seat-sharing talks within Maha Vikas Aghadi, leaders from Shiv Sena, Congress, and NCP met to resolve the issue. While 263 seats were agreed upon, consensus on 25 seats remains elusive. Talks resumed with optimism for a resolution in one or two days, aiming for a united front against BJP.
Read MoreHaridwar district administration demolished a 15-20 year-old illegally constructed mazar in Mirpur village after the investigation revealed its illegality. The land, owned by the rehabilitation department, was leased for agriculture but had an expired lease. Despite prior notice, occupants failed to remove the structure, leading to its demolition.
Read MoreDefence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the need for military leaders to think critically, adapt, and leverage advanced technologies. He highlighted the importance of understanding cyber, space, and information warfare, as well as geopolitics and international relations. Singh urged the National Defence College to evolve its curriculum to include unconventional warfare and strategic innovations.
Read MoreAndhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu encourages southern states to have more children, citing concerns over an ageing population. The state govt plans to incentivize larger families and may pass new legislation to support this initiative. Naidu highlights the fertility rate drop and migration issues.
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